Airport
General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport (TIJ)
General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport is a major gateway to Tijuana and the northern Baja California coast. Compare transfer options to downtown Tijuana, Rosarito, Ensenada, the Valle de Guadalupe wine region and San Diego via the Cross Border Xpress bridge.
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About General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport
General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport is the main airport serving Tijuana and one of the busiest gateways in northern Baja California. Located in the Otay area, it handles a mix of domestic routes across Mexico and international flights, with the Cross Border Xpress (CBX) providing a direct pedestrian link to a dedicated terminal in San Diego.
The airport operates through a single main passenger terminal with arrivals on the lower level and departures above, alongside a general aviation building. The CBX bridge, opened in December 2015, lets ticketed passengers cross the U.S.–Mexico border without leaving the airport flow.
Tijuana International Airport sits roughly 8 km from downtown Tijuana and is connected to the city by taxis, ride-hailing services, public buses, private transfers and road links. The CBX terminal also connects to shuttles and ground transport serving destinations across Southern California.
With restaurants, cafés, shops, a VIP lounge, car rental, parking and onward travel options, the airport serves as a practical gateway for both Baja California and the San Diego region.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Tijuana International Airport operates a single main passenger terminal that handles both domestic and international flights. The terminal is divided into arrival and departure levels, and the airport also includes a general aviation building and the Cross Border Xpress (CBX) terminal in San Diego, connected to the main terminal by a pedestrian bridge.
Ground Transportation Services to and from General Abelardo L. Rodríguez International Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Tijuana International Airport to hotels, downtown Tijuana, Rosarito, Ensenada and other destinations across Baja California.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from TIJ, business meetings, events or journeys around Tijuana and the border region.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Tijuana International Airport for independent travel around Tijuana, the Baja California coast and onward routes in the region.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Tijuana International Airport, hotels, event venues and destinations in Baja California or Southern California.
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